ShodhPatra: International Journal of Science and Humanities

Assessment of Crop Production in Uttarakhand in the Context of Cultivation of Cereals, Pulses, Oilseeds and Sugarcane

Uttarakhand is primarily an agricultural state, and agriculture forms the backbone of its economy. The region enjoys a long growing season, allowing crops to be cultivated year-round. The people of the Uttarakhand Himalaya have traditionally relied on agriculture for their livelihood. In this region, two main crop seasons, Rabi and Kharif, are commonly practised. The research study focuses on the cultivation of cereal crops, pulses, oilseeds, and sugarcane. A significant portion of the state's land is used for growing these crops, particularly cereals such as wheat, rice, and maize, along with pulses, oilseeds, and sugarcane. Wheat is the state's main crop, while rice ranks second in production. The purpose of this research paper is to assess crop production in Uttarakhand, specifically focusing on cereals, pulses, oilseeds, and sugarcane, and to determine the intensity of production for these crops. Keywords: Production, cultivation, infrastructure, yield, commercialisation.